Gustavo Petro Advocates for CELAC-U.S. Summit

Colombian President Gustavo Petro, who is currently leading the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC), has officially proposed a CELAC-U.S. summit. Petro shared this significant diplomatic initiative through a video message on platform X.

This development comes as President Petro is visiting Beijing, where he is engaged in a forum with China and CELAC member countries. The discussions focus on strengthening ties between the regions amidst a global shift in alliances.

This diplomatic outreach is seen as a move to foster closer relationships and enhance cooperation between Latin America and the United States, highlighting the strategic importance of geopolitical dialogues.

(With inputs from agencies.)